Our beds are not just places to rest our bodies for the hustle and bustle of our busy daytime responsibilities. Our beds are so much more! They are a comforting place when we are ill, the playground for games with our children or pets and sometimes our office. We enjoy the comfort of our beds for cuddling, watching movies, or relaxing with a good book. A lot of life happens in the safe space our beds provide us. …
Here in Kansas we have around 100 species of flying, stinging insects. The most common include Wasps, Yellow Jackets, and Baldfaced Hornets. These insects can be beneficial for pollination and reduction of populations of other pests. This does not change the fact that their search for food can make them a danger for your family and pets. In our area, homeowners and renters alike need to be aware of these colonies increasing their populations. Wasps, Yellow…
Black widows are the most venomous spiders in North America. Their venom is about 15 times stronger than rattlesnake venom. They use a chemical called alpha-latrotoxin which overwhelms the nerve cells and causes intense pain. This causes human nerve cells to dump all it’s signaling chemicals at once! The bite can then begin the onset of swelling, severe cramping, sweating and chills. Female widow spiders have unusually large venom glands and their bite can be particularly harmful. Black…
Why do ants come into your home? Ants usually come indoors in search of a warm nesting spot or a food source. Heavy rains can also flood their homes and they will often take shelter in the closest safe place possible, your kitchen. There are billions upon billions of ants on earth, and if you have an infestation it can feel like a good portion of that number are under your roof. Even the smallest amount of nourishment can attract…
How much damage can termites really cause? Termites damage over 600,000 homes in the U.S. every year, costing home owners 5 Billion dollars annually for repairs. Termite damage is rarely covered in home owner insurance policies so this bill could be coming straight out of your pocket. Termites can live undetected for years in colonies growing into the millions. They can live in your homes wooden surfaces, furniture or even underground. Termite species cannot be controlled with DIY measures and…
Kissing bugs have unfortunately made a home in many states, including Kansas. The name kissing bug may sound cute, but make no mistake, these pests are highly dangerous to humans and pets. Kissing bugs take shelter during the day and become active feeding at night. This is how people and pets get bit in their sleep. They are attracted to the soft areas, especially around the mouth hence the name kissing bugs. They bite and infect the wound with fecal…
If you’re like us, the lists around Christmas time pile up around Wichita. Lists of what the kids want for Christmas, lists of the things you need to get done around the house, lists of how to make your business end the year on a high note, the lists go on and on! All of these list can be over whelming, but at the top of all of your lists should be the health of your loved ones, yourself and…
With Thanksgiving upon us this week, the holiday season is in full swing here in Wichita! If you are playing host or hostess this holiday season, it’s important to make sure your Wichita home is ready to receive the right kind of guests. As the weather is cooling down, pests in the area are trying to find nicer, warmer homes for the winter. Your home might be that new home they’re looking for! Don’t let the wrong guests in this…
With winter around the corner, it’s time to winterize your home. While we aren’t the people to call for winterizing sprinklers or other aspects of your home, All Star Pest Control knows how to winterize your home against pests! Here are our top three tips for what you can do to get your Wichita home ready for a pest free winter: 1 . Add/ improve your insulation. By adding additional insulation to your home, you are creating an additional barrier…
When it comes to Wichita and pests, no one knows about both better than All Star Pest Control! When the weather cools down, one of two things happen depending on the area you live in – the pests come out to play and swarm you, or you stop seeing pests for the first time in months. Either way, you need a visit from All Star Pest Control to your Wichita home or business. If pests are swarming, it means you…
